Early Learning Apprenticeship Coach - Child Care Resource & Referral presso Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency

The Early Learning Apprenticeship Coach provides consistent, high-quality technical assistance, coaching, and training to Early Childhood Apprentices. The Early Learning Apprenticeship Coach is focused on supporting early childhood educators throughout the apprenticeship process by facilitating the application of skills learned into the classroom setting. The Early Learning Apprenticeship Coach will guide apprentices in setting professional teaching goals, analyzing and reviewing data and adjusting teaching strategies to improve outcomes and apprenticeship completion through continuous improvement and high-quality early childhood care and education. This position may support apprenticeship placements in Marion, Polk, and Yamhill counties.

This position will be in Yamhill County.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Candidates must submit applications by 9/25/2025 in order to be considered for first-round interviews.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Human Development, Child & Family Studies, Social Work, Sociology, or Psychology). Master's Degree preferred.

• Step 10 on the Oregon Registry with coursework in early childhood development or an ability to obtain within one year.

• Three years of experience in an early learning program(s).

• Two years of experience providing technical assistance or training, including coaching, to early learning educators/ programs or equivalent experience.

• Experience providing training to adults preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Driver qualifications are required for this position. Valid driver license, insured vehicle available for use on the job, and a satisfactory drive record for the previous three years are required.

• Successful registration with the Central Background Registry of the Child Care Division.

• Possess or ability to obtain master trainer status in Oregon Registry Online.

• Candidate must pass pre-employment and random drug screenings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• • Demonstrated experience incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion practices into teaching and coaching methods.

  • Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for children 0-8 years of age.

  • Ability to use equipment necessary to carry out job responsibilities such as, but not limited to, computer and virtual training software such as Zoom and PowerPoint, early childhood management software, Google Sheets, and more.

  • Experience with identifying teaching practice needs.

  • Ability to facilitate the implementation of teaching practice improvement goals.

  • Ability to develop and effectively present training to adults.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

• Facilitates the completion of apprenticeship using individualized coaching plans with early childhood educators that include teaching practice goals and the steps for achieving them.

• Assesses early childhood educator teaching practices.

• Collects and shares identified program and teaching practice data to support early learning program and system improvement.

• Conducts regular, focused observation of early childhood educators.

• Provides observational feedback that highlights strengths and areas of growth in teaching practices.

• Schedules, plans, and facilitates on-site visits and coaching sessions throughout the year.

• Serves as a resource in identifying appropriate research-based instructional strategies and interventions to improve outcomes for children and families.

• Provides professional learning supports apprenticeship completion.

• Understands key competencies, best practice standards, licensing requirements, and grant requirements (e.g. curriculum, assessment, family engagement, NAEYC standards and competencies).

• Provides coaching focused on, but not limited to, inclusionary practices, trauma informed practice, screening and assessment, educational planning, dual language learners, equity, and family engagement.

• Works collaboratively with Early Learning program administrators to support apprenticeship program.

• Supports early childhood educators with professional development/Oregon Registry/education goals.

• Provides Early Childhood Education training and development to early childhood educators in-person and/or virtually.

• Supports placement opportunities in the community for early learning educators upon completion of apprenticeship programs.

• Participates in professional learning opportunities, and job-related training.

• Maintains documentation to meet program and state requirements.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

There are no supervisory duties in this position.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust

• Occasionally lift up to 25

• Manual dexterity for handling office

• Frequent driving in all weather conditions throughout Marion, Polk and Yamhill

• Ability to utilize problem-solving, resourcefulness, and creative thinking with minimal direct

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Indoor, office work environment with frequent interruptions and

• Working with coworkers/clients over the phone, using video conferencing tools and in-person.

• Occasional noise and distractions in work

• Frequent on-site support at participating apprenticeship

• Ability to work outside of normal business hours, including evenings and weekends.

**Enrollment in the Central Background Registry is beneficial if you are even considering working with children in the State of Oregon, since it will be required before you can start a position. Enrollment is free and it is recommended that you start now as the process can take time. Start enrollment online at: oregonearlylearning.com

MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, veterans, and people with disabilities, or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process, or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position, please notify a member of our team at (503) 585-6232.

**This is a partial list of essential duties and responsibilities. To review the full job description, download below.

If you need ADA accommodations to apply for MWVCAA job openings, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or call 503-585-6232 to ask for a HR Team Member.

All candidates for hire are required to pass pre-employment drug screening and comply with Drug Free Workplace policies.